Sher Khan
Governor of Bengal
About Sher Khan
Sher Khan (, ) was the governor of North Bengal from 1268 to 1272 CE.
History He was a relative of Tatar Khan. He was appointed by the Sultan of Delhi Ghiyasuddin Balban to serve as the governor of Bengal after the death of Tatar Khan. Sher Khan ruled quietly for four years as he received little funds and power from Delhi. Thus, most of the province remained in the hands of the Eastern Ganga dynasty. He was succeeded by Amin Khan Aitigin after his death.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Sher Khan?
Governor of Bengal
When did Sher Khan die?
Sher Khan died in Bengal.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Sher Khan of Bengal
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